Royal Order of the Crown of Hawaii facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Royal Order of the Crown of Hawaii
Awarded by The Monarch of the Kingdom of Hawai'i
Established	1848
Country	Kingdom of Hawaii
Motto	Onipaʻa
Awarded for	loyalty towards the crown of Hawaii
Founder	Kamehameha III
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The Royal Order of the Crown of Hawaii is a special award created in 1848. It was started by King Kamehameha III to celebrate him becoming king. This award was the very first of its kind in the Kingdom of Hawaii.

What is the Royal Order of the Crown of Hawaii?

This special award, or "order," is like a medal or a badge of honor. It was given to people who showed great loyalty and did excellent things for the Hawaiian kingdom. It also honored those who made big contributions in areas like culture and education. Think of it as a way for the king to say "thank you" and "great job!" to important people.

Who Started It?

The Royal Order of the Crown of Hawaii was founded by Kamehameha III. He was a very important king in Hawaiian history. He ruled for a long time and helped Hawaii become a modern nation. Creating this order was one way he showed his appreciation for his people and those who supported the kingdom.

Why Was It Created?

King Kamehameha III created this order to remember his time becoming king. It was also a way to honor people who were very loyal to the Hawaiian crown. The word "crown" here means the king and the government of Hawaii. People who received this award were recognized for their hard work and dedication.

Different Levels of the Award

The Royal Order of the Crown of Hawaii was given out in seven different levels, or "classes." Each class showed a different level of honor. The higher the class, the more important the award was.

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  Grand Cross, the highest level

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  Grand Officer

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  Commander

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  Officer

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  Companion

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  Gold Medal

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  Silver Medal, the lowest level